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5th wheeler towing advice please
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Hey guys I'm new in here and chasing some feedback advice. Have a 28ft gooseneck weighing in at 4000kg full loaded currently towing with older GMC. Looking to swap out for a 2008 Ford Transit dual cab 2.4 turbo diesel 6 speed and wondering if anyone is using these on 5th wheelers and what the results are....
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Excellent warranty service
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G'day all Recently needed to install a replacement Fiamma Turbo-III exhaust fan & vent into the MH to replace the OEM one after 16yrs of use ... the plastic bits were breaking and it just stopped working The replacement unit has an electronic switching in/out arrangement, and after installatio...
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Interstate COVID caravanning restrictions and requirements ?
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Hello just a question on requirements for caravanning interstate? at this point in time, are there any restrictions or requirements for caravanning / travelling between any state or territory? do you require any permits or specific documentation prior to crossing any borders with the van? cheer...
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topspark
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Paid deposit - not all as advertised - won't return deposit
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Hey Gang, Greetings. Looking for advice on getting my deposit back. Feels like a case of "misrepresentation..." I was within a week of picking up an Expanda 18, with a 06 Pajero package deal. The owner, about to do a 2 year lap, had done this before, and had lots of expertise (had to sell for medica...
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Preparing for the worst
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As is often the case these days I sleep badly and last night awoke around 2am to the sounds of lashing rain and blowing wind and I remembered the large branch of the large gum tree under which I am camped and, being an engineer, began to calculate its mass - I reckon around five tonnes. Now if, as I regularly...
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Mike Harding
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Interlocking foam mats over floor of caravan?
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Hello, I was wondering if anyone has put those interlocking foam mats over the floor of their caravan. Im thinking of this for insulation and protecting the floor. Appreciate your thoughts.
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KarlD
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Has anyone installed a domestic split system in their van???????
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We have purchased a 1970s Franklin Hunter Caravan where the previous owners have installed a domestic LG split system (see photos below) - our worry is that our 2007 kia Sportage 4x4 cant handle the weight of the split system and are contemplating getting it removed. The previous owners also instal...
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CathnAl
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SsangYong Rexton AWD
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Hi This is Ray from NZ.... at present touring NZ with Caravan and towing with an AWD, is a 2014 Rexton SSR, 2.7 L, 5 cylinder, 5 speed gear box Auto, with Low Ratio switch over (when stationary) a TeamMate model, I'm looking for any feedback, the good, bad and ugly on these as planning to do 'a lap' of Austr...
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Weight Checks - Qld Police.
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POLICE at Cairns in Far North Queensland were today offering free safety checks for caravans and camper trailers. Operated by the city's Road Policing Unit, weighing will continue on several highways in the days to come. The educational initiative provides travellers and locals with the opportu...
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Scam Warning…
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Not sure if this is relevant,but wasting time today skimming through the "For sale" part of our forum,I spotted this.Could be of interest to people searching for the right van in a high-demand market? Cheers
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yobarr
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Installing a tool box
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Hi guys, can anyone send me any pics of a good way to mout a tool box on the back of the caravan rear bar. Any good ideas would be appreciated.
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Branchie
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pay extra for Engel??
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Hi. I'm in the market for a car fridge. Probably somewhere around 55L. I know Engel are a great brand but cost quite a bit more than Waeco / Dometic. I see BCF have some good specials on XTM brand. That brand has ratings of 4.5 or 4.6 / 5.0 from quite a lots of customers. Any comments? Thanks. Noel
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Interesting tow vehicle
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https://www.news.com.au/technology/motoring/new-cars/2021-volkswagen-amarok-w580s-review-walkinshaw-beefsup-dualcab/news-story/41cb73e8f4bc159b6dcc4e378742ca4a
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About to hit the road. Help with some easy(ish) questions
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We are having the same crises of confidence that I suspect everybody experiences before they finally take the plunge... There's a wealth of experience on this forum, and I've been reading through many pages of good, constructive feedback and advice that's been given. I've got a few questions which...
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Manilla NSW - Thank you sign.
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Aussie Five Star Caravans
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Does anyone have info on Aussie Five Star Caravans . In particular their Adventurer 2 model. Had a look and they seem good quality but can't find much about them or any reviews. They sell out of The Caravan Company at Heaterbrae , NSW
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Lighter jack
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In the never ending attempt to save weight, I was wondering if anyone has innovated a lighter (but safe of course) type of jack. My jack (standard one supplied with the caravan) weights about 12-15 kgs depending on what bits I take with me) and is very heavy to carry. I could be sensible and assume it is t...
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New caravan
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OK we have been talking about going from motorhome to caravan.
If you had $70000.00 to spend on a new caravan what would you buy?
Some moderate off road use. No caravan parks all dry camping. Tow vehicle new Dmax.
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bgt
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Gold Coast Caravan Sites
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Hi all....new member....first post. We have made a recent decision to retire and want to be on the Gold Coast to visit family over the Christmas period. We have missed the boat as far as getting into caravan parks is concerned because you need to book 12 months in advance with most of them. Does anybody k...
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Knaus Skywave Motorhome TV Antenna
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As the factory model pretty much needs to be under a tv transmission tower to receive anything, has anyone fitted an after-market tv antenna to a Knaus Skywave? I would be interested in knowing the brand and effectiveness please.
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